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John Dickerson, a critic of Paramount’s Trump settlement, to leave CBS News
Dickerson questioned whether Paramount's pre-merger settlement with President Trump could change its reputation among news consumers.
Report: Taylor Sheridan leaving Paramount for NBC Universal
Sheridan was reportedly aggrieved with the new leadership at Paramount following its merger with Skydance Media.
DIRECTV, Google partner on next-generation hospitality solutions
The platform will allow hotel guests to watch live TV from DIRECTV and access an expanded assortment of streaming apps like YouTube, Netflix, Disney Plus and Apple TV Plus.
Comcast adds Univision, Vix to streaming Now TV Latino package
The additional Spanish-language channels will also come with a price hike for Now TV Latino.
AT&T violated self-regulating ad policies, group says
The wireless company's ad featuring Luke Wilson violates the NAD's self-regulating ad policies, the group says.
Four years in, free streamer Fox Weather evolves into public safety resource
With wide distribution and a commitment to free, live coverage, the channel has become a trusted source before, during and long after climate emergencies.
EXCLUSIVE
BIA analyst: Mixed revenue signals for broadcasters heading into 2026
Local TV faces numerous challenges from regulators, streaming competitors and shifting ad budgets heading into 2026, a BIA Advisory analyst said this week.
DATA
YouTube TV may lose ABC, Disney-owned channels before Halloween
Local ABC-owned channels and cable networks like FX, ESPN and National Geographic could be dropped from YouTube TV on October 30.
Fox News accuses Los Angeles official of withholding records in legal case
In a motion filed last week, Fox News has requested Los Angeles County Dean Logan sit for a deposition as part of its ongoing legal case with Smartmatic.
FIRST TO REPORT
T-Mobile Q3 revenue climbs to $22 billion on strong customer additions
The Magenta wireless company saw a strong interest in its wireless phone and broadband Internet products during the quarter.
EARNINGS REPORT
Televisa-Univision revenue slips 3 percent during Q3
Ongoing advertising softness contributed to lower overall revenue, but streaming remains a bright point.
EARNINGS REPORT
Amazon gets global rights to Black Friday NFL game
The game between the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles will stream exclusively on Prime Video.